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Generally Responsible: In most Illinois transactions, the sellers normally pays for transfer tax, as they are the ones transferring ownership of the home.
Illinois adopted Tax Increment Financing (TIF) in 1977. TIF is a mechanism for municipalities to spur economic development in specific geographic areas that are blighted and deteriorating.
Transfer the Title: Execute a deed, transferring ownership from the seller to the buyer. This document must be signed and notarized. Record the Deed: Submit the signed deed to the county recorder's office to create an official public record of the ownership change.
Real Estate Transfer Declaration PTAX-203-NR (PDF) - Form and instructions for Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration PTAX-203-NR as required by Illinois Department of Revenue per Public Act 93-1099.
A monthly return is due the 20th day of the month following the month for which the return is filed. A quarterly return is due the 20th day of the month following the quarter for which the return is filed. An annual return is due January 20th of the year following the year for which the return is filed.
Real Estate Transfer Declaration PTAX-203-NR (PDF) - Form and instructions for Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration PTAX-203-NR as required by Illinois Department of Revenue per Public Act 93-1099.
Even though it is perfectly legal for you to handle everything, the system in Illinois is designed to have attorneys handle closings. Sellers in particular must prepare legal documents for the closing to clear the title and legally transfer the property to the buyer.
While Illinois does not require you to hire an attorney for a real estate transaction, it's in your best interest to work with one. There are certain tasks related to Illinois real estate deals that only you or your lawyer can perform, and a lawyer can safeguard your rights throughout the legal process.
Hiring someone to help you is not legally required, but a real estate agent and a lawyer can help you avoid serious mistakes and get the most out of your home sale.
Unlike in some states, Illinois law does not require that sellers involve a lawyer in the house-selling transaction. Even if it's not required, you might decide to engage a lawyer at some point—for example, to review the final contract or to assist with closing details.